Advanced Procurement Skills 480447 Why Choose this Training Course?This intensive training course in London is aimed at improving the skills of the Procurement Professional and Buyers in organizations. The training course examines the strategic importance of procurement within departments by using concepts and ideas in order to maximize the procurement department’s effectiveness and thereby reducing costs throughout the supply chain.It is therefore imperative for Procurement to constantly deliver value to the organisation by delivering products and services that contributes to the well-being of the organisation. This is an important training course for Purchasing professionals who will return to their organisation with actual realistic plans on how to make considerable cost savings.This Oxford training course will feature:Review critical supply strategiesEnhance skills required for good supplier relationshipsAppraise business continuity and contingency planning for procurementStudy different approaches in negotiationsLearn how to rate a supplierWhat are the Goals?By the end of this Oxford training course, participants will be able to:Develop critical supply strategiesApply the concepts of activity based costingDevelop skills required for effective supplier relationshipsLearn how to create rapport, build trust and establish credibility in a work groupPractise successful negotiationsWho is this Training Course for?This training course is intended for a number of professionals who have an experience of purchasing within organisations. It is also aimed at those who are in the supply chain requiring an understanding of procurement, such as finance and logistics professionals.This Oxford training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:Procurement PersonnelContracts and Project PersonnelEngineering, Operational and Maintenance personnelIndividuals involved in the planning, evaluation, preparation and management of purchases that cover the acquisition of materials, equipment and servicesIndividuals who are in organizations whose leadership want high levels of competency in those involved in purchasing activitiesHow will this Training Course be Presented?This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes a comprehensive manual, class discussion and examination of delegates’ problems, videos and case studies from real life scenarios.